2006 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (213 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A4 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1530 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
